Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) is a therapy developed by Marsha Linehan, which focuses on developing skills to manage intense emotions, improve interpersonal relationships, and increase distress tolerance. It is particularly effective in treating emotional regulation disorders.

Pre-treatment: The process begins with an evaluation and psychoeducation by a professional trained in Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT). Psychometric tests are conducted, and respective feedback is provided. The etiology of emotional dysregulation is explained from the DBT perspective, along with the phases and principles of the treatment and the diagnostic criteria for borderline personality disorder. The pre-treatment phase concludes with a mutual agreement between the user and the therapist to start the treatment.

Treatment: A professional trained in DBT provides support, analyzing the main problematic behaviors that are detrimental to the user’s well-being. The approach combines validating the individual’s internal experience with a change-oriented focus to teach, practice, and generalize the skills needed to achieve the therapeutic goals set by the therapist and user.

Skills Training: This space is designed for learning and practicing the necessary skills and tools to enhance emotional regulation.

Phone Coaching: This feature is designed for outpatient DBT treatment. It allows for contact between sessions with the individual therapist to provide day-to-day coaching on skills.